Malted milk biscuits

Malted milk biscuits

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Target diet: Gluten Free

Malted milk biscuits · Gluten Free

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wheat, and 6 more.

  • wheat
  • barley
  • malt
  • wheat flour
  • malt extract
  • barley malt

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Deciding ingredient

wheat

On the label

Wheat flourcalcium carbonateironniacinthiaminpalm oilcertified sustainablesugar

What we checked

Gluten grains (wheat, barley, rye)wheat, barley, malt
Allergen data (gluten)Gluten listed

This product on every diet

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Nutrition facts (per 100g)

Energy
488 kcal
Fat
21.2 g
Saturated fat
9.9 g
high
Carbohydrates
66.7 g
Sugars
16.6 g
Fibre
2 g
Protein
6.6 g
Salt
0.6 g

Per 100 g this product is high in saturated fat. Bands follow the UK front-of-pack guide: sugars high at 22.5 g or more and low at 5 g or less; salt high at 1.5 g or more and low at 0.3 g or less; saturated fat high at 5 g or more and low at 1.5 g or less. This describes the label, it is not dietary advice.

Processing level: NOVA group 4, ultra-processed foods. NOVA classification, from the label data.

Ingredients (original text)

Wheat flour (wheat flour, calcium carbonate, iron, niacin, thiamin), palm oil (certified sustainable), sugar, barley malt extract, whole milk powder, raising agents (ammonium carbonates, sodium carbonates), salt, flavouring

Detailed analysis: why is Malted milk biscuits not gluten free?

Our analysis indicates that Malted milk biscuits is likely not suitable for a gluten free diet. This is based on the detection of the following ingredients which are generally avoided:

  • wheat
  • barley
  • malt
  • wheat flour
  • malt extract
  • barley malt
  • Gluten (allergen data)

The full list of ingredients we analyzed is: Wheat flour (wheat flour, calcium carbonate, iron, niacin, thiamin), palm oil (certified sustainable), sugar, barley malt extract, whole milk powder, raising agents (ammonium carbonates, sodium carbonates), salt, flavouring. We always advise verifying with the manufacturer for the most accurate and up-to-date information.

Nutritional information

Malted milk biscuits contains 488 calories per 100g, with 6.6g of protein, 21.2g of fat, and 66.7g of carbohydrates (16.6g of which is sugar).

What should you do?

If you are following a gluten free diet, we recommend looking for alternative products that do not contain these restricted ingredients. Many manufacturers now offer gluten free-friendly versions of popular products, so be sure to check product labels carefully.

Disclaimer: This analysis is based on ingredient data and should not replace professional medical or nutritional advice. If you have specific dietary restrictions due to health conditions, please consult with a healthcare provider or registered dietitian.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Malted milk biscuits Gluten Free?

No, Malted milk biscuits is generally not Gluten Free because it contains wheat, barley, malt and others.

Does Malted milk biscuits contain allergens?

Always check the packaging for the most current allergen information. The ingredients list we analyzed includes: Wheat flour (wheat flour, calcium carbonate, iron, niacin, thiamin), palm oil (certified sustainable), sugar, barley malt extract, whole milk powder, ...

What are the nutritional facts of Malted milk biscuits?

Malted milk biscuits contains 488 calories per 100g, with 6.6g of protein, 66.7g of carbohydrates, and 21.2g of fat.

How much sugar is in Malted milk biscuits?

Malted milk biscuits lists 16.6 g of sugar per 100 g.

Is Malted milk biscuits ultra-processed?

By the NOVA classification in its label data, Malted milk biscuits is in group 4, ultra-processed foods.

Can I eat Malted milk biscuits on a Gluten Free diet?

No, Malted milk biscuits is not recommended for a Gluten Free diet due to the presence of restricted ingredients. We recommend looking for Gluten Free-certified alternatives.